Financial Aid
College is possible and affordable
Here you will find a Financial Aid fact sheet answering frequently asked questions about financial aid and links to financial aid and scholarship web sites.
- Financial Aid and Scholarship Links
- Save me a Spot in College Scholarship contest for middle school and high school students. The contest includes categories for written word, poster and TV ad in an effort to engage young Californians as a voice for the need for college access for the growing number of young people in the state
- FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
- Looking for Student Aid
Federal, State and Other Sources of Information
- Fastweb.com
Search for over 600,000 scholarships.
- ScholarShare
California's 529 College Savings Program offers an easy, flexible and affordable way to save for higher education. ScholarShare is a great way to invest in you children's future, while enjoying tax advantages.
- Upromise
Upromise is a free service designed to help families save for college. It's simple: you'll save when you shop for the things you need. With Upromise, thousands of companies will help you save for your child's college education. You can save when you shop online, at your favorite stores, or at the grocery or drug store. You can save when you travel, dine out, and more.